Vegetable cooking spray
3/4 cup uncooked regular long-grain rice
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can Swanson vegetable broth
1/4 teaspoon dried basil leaves, crushed
3/4 cup frozen mixed vegetables, no corn, peas or pasta
1/4 cup chopped red bell peppers or green
1. Spray medium saucepan with cooking spray and heat over medium heat 1 minute. Add rice and cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Stir in broth and basil. Heat to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Cover and cook 10 minutes.
2. Stir in vegetables and pepper. Cover and cook 10 minutes more or until rice is done and most of liquid is absorbed. If desired, garnish with fresh chives.
EXCHANGES
PYRAMID SERVINGS
Starch 2
NUTRITION FACTS
Calories 140(6 calories from fat)
Fat 1 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 432 mg*
Carbohydrate 31 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Sugars 2 g
Protein 3 g